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Career Orientation
In this class you will be learning about:
Your strengths and weaknesses in the academic area
Your career interests
How to write a report and give an oral presentation
How to select a college or other post-secondary school
How to present yourself in an interview
How to write a business letter
Different careers
Budgeting
The stock market
Checking, savings, accounts, credit cards
How to fill out a job application
How to lease an apartment and car
How to comparison shop
Other areas of interest - student designed
This class uses the internet, Power Point, Microsoft word, and other programs. The units are presented through guest speakers, field trips, computer usage, and class activities.
9/25 - rough draft of career report due.
Elementary & Middles School Lifeskills
Lessons for these classes will include activities similar to those experienced in life. The curriculum includes lessons in: money
careers
consumer awareness
nutrition
cooking skills
social skills
preparation for high school and first jobs |
Employment Orientation
In this class you will run a food program for the school. You will select, plan, prepare, and serve meals to be offered to staff and students 2-3 times a week. Additionally, you will be responsible for any parent luncheons, and/or any other food requests for the school. You will learn how to:
Plan healthy meals
Read and follow recipes
Increase recipes
Plan shopping lists
Use cooking utensils properly
Handle food properly
Use proper sanitation procedures
Load a dishwasher
Set a table and serve quests
 Elective cooking class
The elective cooking class is designed to give students hands on experiences in the kitchen. Students will be able to plan and prepare recipes as well as gain knowledge of cooking utensils, nutrition, sanitaion procedures and machinery. |
Cake Decorating Contest